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CMA proposes to accept remedies package in Co-op Group deal to address competition concerns
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Fusion42 · 29 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The CMA is proposing to accept undertakings from Co-op Group, including the sale of convenience stores and funeral homes, to address competition concerns following its acquisition of Southern Co-op. This move aims to protect local competition in grocery retail and attended funeral services in affected areas.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Other, and 5 sources have reported it between 15 Sep 2026 and 30 Sep 2026.
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You face a tightened regulatory gate for mergers involving local retail and funeral services because the CMA enforces remedies that protect small competition spots. This is your chance to pitch to potential buyers of Co-op’s divested stores or avoid local consolidation risks by adjusting your strategies.
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5 sources · first reported 15 Sep 2026 · latest 30 Sep 2026
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